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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1447. This year saw 1 significant event.

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1447 Timeline

  1. Tommaso Parentucelli succeeds Eugene IV as Pope Nicholas V

    Pope Nicholas V (Latin: Nicolaus V; Italian: Niccolò V; 15 November 1397 – 24 March 1455), born Tommaso Parentucelli, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 6 March 1447...

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What happened in 1447?
In 1447, there were 1 significant historical event. Notable events include Tommaso Parentucelli succeeds Eugene IV as Pope Nicholas V.

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